Esperanza Spalding with Special Guest André Mehmari

“...light, melodic, joyful, always sort of minimalist and airborne.”
– New York Times

Esperanza Spalding has quickly become a darling of the jazz scene, spreading her unique blend of bass and vocals to audiences across the U.S. A fixture in Portland, Oregon jazz clubs as a teenager, the now 23 year-old prodigy-turned-pro has experienced an explosive rise in popularity due to her simple and mesmerizing performance style. Esperanza Spalding, double bass & lead vocals, Otis Brown III, drums, Leo Genovese, piano, Richard Vogt, guitar.

“Um Anjo Nasce”… is one of the most beautiful compositions to appear in the last ten years, in the whole world” – Ivan Lins

André Mehmari
Photo by Dani Gurgel

André Mehmari is considered one of the most talented musicians of his native Brazil. He has emerged as a world-class pianist, composer, arranger and instrumentalist in jazz, popular and classical music circles. His trio makes their Texas debut opening for Esperanza Spalding.